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| | | Located in the Atlantic Ocean about 600 miles off the coast of South Carolina, Bermuda is a chain of about 150 small islands. This former British colony has all the standard laid-back island-paradise delights plus pink-sand beaches, marching flamingos and the world's most golf courses per square mile. Cruising season is April to mid-November. The summer months are the most popular and at the high end of the price range; April to early June and September-November offer the best deals. | | |
| Typical costs: | - Cruises of 5-9 nights from the eastern US start around $500-$800 per person double occupancy, but can go as high as$900-$2,000 or more for ocean-view cabins and other luxuries.
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| What should be included: | - Although some ships stop here as part of a longer itinerary, most visitors come just to enjoy Bermuda as their main destination, using their cruise ship as a floating hotel.
- Promoted as "21 miles of pure paradise" because of its legendary pink sand beaches and turquoise waters, Bermuda offers water sports (including swimming with dolphins), golf, botanical gardens, historical sites, duty-free shopping and more.
- The island's seaside capital city, Hamilton, is home to the new Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute and the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo, as well as golf courses, beaches, bagpipers and opportunities to enjoy High Tea.
- Other major ports include King's Wharf, offering experiences such as Dolphin Quest, Gladys Morrell Nature Reserve and Snorkel Park; and the storybook port of St. George's, with quaint narrow streets, breathtaking limestone caves and incredible wildlife at NonsuchIsland and Spittal Pond Nature Reserve.
- CruiseCritic.com lists some memorable Bermuda excursions.
- Tourists aren't allowed to drive cars on Bermuda, but there are plenty of taxis, ferries, scooters and bicycles available for hire.
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| Additional costs: | - Be sure the port tax (about $20 daily) and all other fees are included in the quoted fare.
- Onboard tipping adds $5-$10 daily per traveler, or an additional $70-$140 for a couple on a seven-day trip. . Some cruise lines, such as Radisson Seven Seas, Seabourn, Silversea and Windstar, include tips in the price.
- Find out what's included onboard and what isn't. Luxury ships generally include everything except bar tabs and port excursions, while lower-priced vessels may charge for special shows, restaurants, spa treatments or other shipboard amenities, which can double the cost of a low-priced fare.
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| Discounts: | - Many cruise lines offer discounts for seniors or for early bookings.
- If traveling with family and friends, ask about a group discount.
- Look for last minute bargains on cruises that haven't sold out.
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Article updated March 2007 |
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